Through Dec. 24. Meet Santa in his brand new Whimsical Wonderland located in front of Blackfinn Ameripub for a professional photo and visit. Make sure to stop by the Elfie-Selfie Station in front of Santa’s house and post your photo on social media using #SantaAtEastchase! *Don’t forget your furry friends, dogs love Santa too! Pet photos available each day. For a list of package prices and to make an appointment, visit theshoppesateastchase.com.

Through 10. Come join us in December to experience the true story of the first Christmas. In the atmosphere of an outdoor walking trail, you and your guests will be part of live drama that is set during the Roman Empire. The 9th Annual "An Eclectic Christmas" walking tours take place at the Falk Farm and time slots are scheduled in 15 minute increments. Admission is free, but donations are appreciated. Registration is suggested. 334.578.4846 or reservations@aneclecticministry.org. Visit an eclecticministry.org.

Dec 8-11, 15-31. See the Montgomery Zoo transformed into a Winter Wonderland sparkling with thousands of lights. Take a leisurely stroll, a brisk train ride or see the lights atop the Zoofari Skylift Ride. Visit Santa, enjoy the nightly live entertainment, and no winter night would be complete without some warming hot chocolate and fresh baked cookies. Call 334.240.9400 or visit montgomeryzoo.com.

Dec. 8-11 & 15-18. Way Off Broadway Theatre presents both The Mice and the Manger, by Karen Jones, Pioneer Publishing, and A Laura Ingalls Wilder Christmas, by Laura Brooks, Dramatic Publishing. The Mice and the Manger is a cast of all children and tells the story of the Nativity through the eyes of the mice who were there. A Laura Ingalls Wilder Christmas is told with period songs, humor and depth of character, and tells a story of “healing that celebrates the importance of enduring family bonds.” For more information or for tickets, contact the Special Events Office at 334-595-0854 or visit the website at wobt.prattvilleal.gov. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday performances begin at 7:30 pm, Sunday performances begin at 2:00 pm.

Dec. 9,10,16 & 17 Enjoy a cruise down the Alabama River with Santa! Live entertainment, concessions and a cash bar available. Ticket prices vary. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 334.625.2100, stop by the box office at 200 Coosa St., or visit www.funontheriver.net.

Dec 9-10. Dream Court executive director, former professional tennis player and PTR coach, Jessica Weyreuter is conducting 24 tennis lessons in 24 hours to raise money and awareness for Montgomery’s Dream Court program, which offers tennis programs to over 80 special needs athletes. $100 for an hour lesson (single or up to six people). Visit dreamcourt.org.

Come out for HamiltunesMGM- the first and only Hamilton sing-along in our state capitol. Give us a verse, drop some knowledge: these fundraising events feature you on stage singing and rapping your heart out to the greatest soundtrack of all time. Purchase your ticket before November 18 to reserve your part and pick your song. After November 18, parts/song will be open to the public to reserve on a first come, first serve basis. All proceeds go to supporting the home of The Sanctuary, the Jubilee Community Center. Limited tickets will be available at the door. Raise a glass, there will be an open bar at this event - this HamiltunesMGM event is geared towards adults. So listen to my declaration: make it a night out and leave the child(ren) at home. This is your night to take center stage. Blow us all away!